1984 Toyota Camry
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 58 |
| 1988 | 64 |
| 1989 | 113 |
| 1990 | 134 |
| 1991 | 149 |
| 1992 | 565 |
| 1993 | 260 |
| 1994 | 287 |
| 1995 | 303 |
| 1996 | 417 |
| 1997 | 555 |
| 1998 | 600 |
| 1999 | 501 |
| 2000 | 454 |
| 2001 | 272 |
| 2002 | 953 |
| 2003 | 780 |
| 2004 | 638 |
| 2005 | 721 |
| 2006 | 317 |
| 2007 | 2885 |
| 2008 | 931 |
| 2009 | 1289 |
| 2010 | 600 |
| 2011 | 597 |
| 2012 | 587 |
| 2013 | 274 |
| 2014 | 452 |
| 2015 | 268 |
| 2016 | 177 |
| 2017 | 148 |
| 2018 | 726 |
| 2019 | 385 |
| 2020 | 263 |
| 2021 | 153 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 58 |
| 2024 | 45 |
| 2025 | 133 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts.
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FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES FELL APART. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950929
1 of 8 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I HAD A RUN AWAY TOYOTA CAMRY IN 1984. OF COURSE IN THOSE DAYS THE CAUSE WAS CONSIDERED TO BE OPERATOR ERROR. IT'S GOOD TO SEE THAT TOYOTA IS FINALLY ON THE HOT SEAT. THEIR ACCELERATION PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN GOING ON FOR YEARS. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20100223
1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
1 of 8 total reports mentions: seats.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN CONSUMER DURING ACCIDENT RESULTING IN CONSUMER'S HEAD HITTING TOP OF VEHICLE, SEAT BROKE AND COLLAPSED DURING ACCIDENT ALSO, INJURY TO CONSUMER DUE TO FAILURES. MJS
NHTSA ODI report, 19991230
SAFETY TIMELINE
VOLTAGE REGULATOR WHICH CONTROLS THE AMOUNT OF FLOW IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BETWEEN THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR, MAY HAVE MANUFACTURING ERRORS IN AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT. THE REGULATOR MAY OVERCHARG
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR AT NO CHARGE.
Campaign 83V133000 — check if this car was fixed
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
IGNITER ASSEMBLY FAILURE
FAILED SPEED CONTROL
CRUISE CONTROL COMPUTER MALFUNCTION COULD OCCUR UPON SHUTTING OFF THE CONTROL AFTER CONTINUOUS USE FOLLOWED BY COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES.
Remedy: REPLACE COMPUTER WITH ONE OF IMPROVED DESIGN.
Campaign 90V040000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1984 Toyota Camry — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 83V133000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V040000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1984 Toyota Camry reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Toyota Camry?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Toyota Camry have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.